Author of Confessions of A Casting Director Jen Rudin stopped by Sway in the Morning to discuss her new book. She also discussed her time as a child actor and doing a bolognese commercial. She went on to give tips and secrets for people looking to pursue an acting career.

Jen Levy (Emily Schweber Casting) opens up about the highlights and pet peeves of her job as a casting director, and offers advice for actors in the audition room.

Casting Directors David Caparelliotis, Tara Rubin and Daniel Swee and moderator Patrick Pacheco discuss the role of the casting director; their collaboration with directors; recasting shows; and whether stars are necessary for success on Broadway today.

Casting director/producer Erica Arvold, CSA, talks with casting director Anne Chapman, CSA (Anne Chapman Casting) about self tapes. They discuss the number of submissions they get, the number that they send to the director or client, and the difference in genres. They give specific technical tips on successful self-tapes, including background, slate, framing, and sound.